Newtownards pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Newtownards is medium; mugwort is medium; grass is low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar - mugwort remains medium. Over the following five days grass and mugwort will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Newtownards's parks and green spaces feature oak and ash as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these greener areas and the more built-up town centre. The the river meadows nearby is a notable secondary source, feeding pollen into town whenever the wind shifts to the east. The relatively open, low-lying landscape lets pollen disperse readily across the area through the season.

Today - 9 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    4/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Medium

    30/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 10 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Medium

    28/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Newtownards right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Newtownards are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Newtownards tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Newtownards will be different from today, with artemisia at medium levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Newtownards this week?

According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, cypress, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Newtownards?

On 9 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Newtownards. grass are also present but at lower levels. willow, hazel, and cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Newtownards?
The tree pollen story in Newtownards is really about oak and ash, in that order. Oak tends to release pollen between April and May, while ash follows on from March to May. Grass then takes over from May right through September, peaking around June and July for most people. Worth keeping an eye on the forecast if you're sensitive.
How often is the Newtownards pollen forecast updated?

The Newtownards pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Newtownards come from nearby or far away?

Studies show that most pollen exposure (often 70–90%) comes from nearby sources, such as local trees and vegetation. A good pollen forecast therefore depends on accurately representing local vegetation. Pollen can travel long distances, but this usually matters only early in the season or during specific wind events.

Are pollen levels in Newtownards based on measurements or forecasts?

Pollen data is often misunderstood. Most "pollen levels" are not real-time measurements, but forecasts.

Direct pollen measurements are typically delayed by 1-2 days because they require manual analysis. To show current conditions in Newtownards, modern forecasts combine recent measurements, weather data, and information about local vegetation.

This allows us to estimate pollen levels for today and the coming days, not just report the past.

Airmine’s atmospheric monitoring platform was developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team, using satellite and Earth observation technologies to improve emissions monitoring.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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